Table 2

Strength of evidence before and after an assessment of possible reporting bias

ChangeConclusion before assessing for reporting biasConclusion after assessing for reporting biasOutcomes
ModeratedStrong evidence of effectSome evidence of effectHome safety knowledge (scalds)
ModeratedSome evidence of effectInconclusiveHome safety (parental self-efficacy)
UnchangedStrong evidence of effectStrong evidence of effectHome safety knowledge (poisoning)
Smoke alarm installation
UnchangedSome evidence of effectSome evidence of effectElectric socket cover installation
UnchangedInconclusiveInconclusiveInjuries (fire-related)
Poison cupboard latch installation
Home safety knowledge (fires)
Home safety knowledge (falls)
Home safety knowledge (drowning)
Home safety knowledge and behaviour (general)